Monday Night Film Series presents THE BALTIMORONS-FR

Event date(s): February 09, 2026
Time(s): 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Category: Fredericton
Location: Fredericton

The Monday Night Film Series presents "THE BALTIMORONS", on February 9th Monday at 7:30pm at Tilley Hall, Room 102 at UNB. 

The Baltimorons is a bittersweet holiday romance from writer-director Jay Duplass, marking his return to independent filmmaking. The story follows Cliff (Michael Strassner), a newly sober, down-on-his-luck former improv comedian. On Christmas Eve, after an absurd, failed suicide attempt, he chips a tooth and is forced to seek emergency dental care. He finds Didi (Liz Larsen), a sharp-witted, divorced dentist depressed about her ex-husband's remarriage. After her car is towed, Cliff convinces Didi to give him a ride to the impound lot, leading to an unexpected odyssey through Baltimore as the two lost souls navigate personal traumas.

The film is a heartfelt exploration of finding companionship in unexpected places. The review notes that co-writer and star Michael Strassner gives himself a tailor-made breakout role as the "sad sack" Cliff, portraying his struggles with addiction and an unsatisfying career path with authenticity. Liz Larsen provides a strong counterbalance as Didi. The narrative is praised for its balance of tenderness and humor, suggesting that even broken people can find pieces that fit together. It’s a compelling look at vulnerability and connection.

The Baltimorons is an emotionally resonant indie film about two lost souls who find connection on Christmas Eve. Jay Duplass’ first directorial effort without his brother Mark bears the elegant simplicity of a life spent learning how to make good indie movies. Michael Strassner gives a tailor-made breakout role, while Liz Larsen provides a strong counterbalance. The film ensures you’ll be rooting for its May-December romance, balancing tenderness with the harsh realities of holiday blues. It is a solid argument that everyone is only a dental catastrophe away from turning everything around.

Effortlessly charming, warm, and funny, The Baltimorons is one of the best underdog surprises of 2025. John Stark, Mac the Movie Guy 

Bittersweet, tender and funny. If you're looking for a refreshingly un-Hollywood romantic dramedy, look no further than The Baltimorons. It's a great comfort movie and deserves to become a new Christmas classic much like The Holdovers. Avi Offer, NYC Movie Guru

This term, 15 limited release, independent foreign & Canadian films will be shown. Admission is $10/film, but a film society membership reduces admission cost to $7/film. The series is open to all. Memberships are available at Tilley 102 every Monday night.

For further info, contact NB Film Co-op 455-1632  info@nbfilmcoop.com https://www.nbfilmcoop.com/monday-night-film-series 

The NB Film Co-op in partnership with the UNB Faculty of Arts and the Toronto Film Festival presents the series.

Building: Tilley Hall

Room Number: Room 102